Should've stayed asleep

Should've stayed asleep

A Poem by Joe Palmer
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There's always tomorrow

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Should've stayed asleep

Sometimes it's hard to find structure
In the unrelenting chaos of life.
You've got to surface for air,
But these moments are rare,
A brief bit of respite would be nice. 

Often it's hard to find reason
In this frantic yet mundane routine.
But you vehemently deny,
To just lay down and die,
As surely the better times have yet to be seen?

Lately you've succumbed to the pressure
Comforts breached and mind overwrought.
Tired and obsolete,
Just commit to defeat, 
Or recede to the dark of your thoughts.

No-one ever said this was easy
Or suggested the hurdles of life were not steep.
But do not despair, 
If you're not already there, 
You probably should just stay asleep.  


 

© 2013 Joe Palmer


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Often it's hard to find reason

In this frantic yet mundane routine.

A brilliant ode to the regular and habitual routine of life. I think sometimes everyone wakes with this questioning of 'when does it get better?' I love the word choice as well, very relatable. I empathize with you my friend. A good, solid piece. xx.

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Often it's hard to find reason

In this frantic yet mundane routine.

A brilliant ode to the regular and habitual routine of life. I think sometimes everyone wakes with this questioning of 'when does it get better?' I love the word choice as well, very relatable. I empathize with you my friend. A good, solid piece. xx.

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

I love this! So true of how it can feel. Great write.

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Yeah... I (yawn) really like (yawn) this piece. It is pure.....(eyes closing)....genius....



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Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Wow. Them words are so true. I love that flow of the rhythm, it's awesome! I wish I could only sleep instead of walking into the problems that creep. Job well done, it's wonderful.

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Joe Palmer

10 Years Ago

Thank you very much. Although going back to bed doesn't seem like the most helpful advice I could gi.. read more
Tiffany Boles

10 Years Ago

Well it sure is a relaxing start.
wow!!! you write well. this. poem is amazing. thank you for sharing.

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Joe Palmer

10 Years Ago

Gracias! thank you very much my dear x
Lovely poetry. But you are young, you have all your life before you to leap over those steep 'hurdles of life'!

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Joe Palmer

10 Years Ago

yes I agree! I'm trying to make the transition from eternal pessimist to optimist, believe me! Thank.. read more
I love this! I felt so much hope yet despair. Almost as if one should succumb to all their grief and pain in this life, but yet a glimmer of hope and promise of a new day. Beautifully written. Thank you for sharing

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Joe Palmer

10 Years Ago

Thanks again! Yeah I wanted it to be initially a poem of hope and over-coming the day-to-day s**t. B.. read more
smurfett

10 Years Ago

I agree my friend...keep writing...love your work
Joe Palmer

10 Years Ago

Thank you. I will get round to looking at your work too! As soon as I've dealt with muddy-dogs and w.. read more
This is just amazing! Keep up the great work

Posted 10 Years Ago


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Joe Palmer

10 Years Ago

Merci beacoup! x
Those somber days make me feel like crawling back to bed... to stay in dreamland until another day comes...
Sometimes we need to give in to the pull and just indulge in the sea of comfort.

A Lovely flow of words here... Nicely penned, Joe.~xoxo~:)

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Joe Palmer

10 Years Ago

Thank you very much! Don't worry, I don't have such a bleak outlook on life all the time! Xx

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Joe Palmer
Joe Palmer

Aberdeen, Scotland , United Kingdom



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